Childcare Attendant

Job Summary

The Childcare Attendant at Schweitzer is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children aged 3 months to 11 years old. This role involves supervising children, planning and leading activities, ensuring cleanliness and safety, and communicating with parents or guardians.

Perks & Benefits

• Free Ikon Pass for all eligible employees
• Additional free skiing + riding privileges across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts for eligible employees and their dependents
• Discounted skiing + riding for friends and family of eligible employees across the family of Alterra Mountain Company resorts
• Employee housing available in Sandpoint area
• Onsite employee childcare available (limited space)
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and Paid Time Off (PTO) policies for eligible employees
• Generous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, food, lodging, etc.
• Paid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
• Discounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further education
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for all eligible employees
• 401k plan with generous employer match
• Bereavement pay
• Employee transportation available
• Discounted equipment rentals (based on availability)
• Pro-deal pricing on equipment from top outdoor brands
• Employment Status: Full Time or Part Time
• Seasonal Wage Range: $15.00 to $17.00
• Minimum Age: 14
• Background Check Required: Yes, including an Enhanced Background Check requiring fingerprinting
• Driver Verification Required: No

Essential Functions And Major Responsibilities

• Supervise and monitor children to ensure the safety and well-being of children ages 3 months to 11 years old by maintaining constant supervision during play, meals, and rest periods.
• Engage in age-appropriate activities by planning and leading educational and recreational activities that promote physical, emotional, and social development.
• Entertain them with books, movies, games and activities. Infant care includes feeding, changing diapers and napping.
• Support emotional and social development by encouraging positive interactions among children, helping resolve conflicts, and modeling respectful behavior.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment by keeping play areas, toys, and equipment clean and organized, and following health and safety protocols.
• Communicate with parents or guardians by providing updates on children's behavior, activities, and any incidents, maintaining a professional and friendly rapport.
• May assist with outdoor pre-ski program and dressing/undressing children with lessons during winter season.

Secondary Responsibilities

• Clean facility
• Other duties as assigned

Specific Job Skills

• Pediatric CPR and First Aid certified or willing to be certified
• Childcare state license with an Enhanced Background Check requiring fingerprinting
• English reading, writing, and communication, basic math
• Parental skills or 6 months childcare facility experience preferred

Physical Capabilities

• Lift 25 lbs frequently and possibly up to 60 lbs
• Stand and walk for the majority of an 8 hour shift
• Exposure to many viruses including colds and flus as well as Bloodborne pathogens and other bodily fluid hazards